Thank you for your interest in telling your story at This Changed Everything! We know it takes courage to share personal stories—and we’re honored that you’re willing to tell one for our fundraiser. This event’s proceeds directly support survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault as well as crisis counseling.
This Changed Everything is an evening of real people sharing real turning points: the moments that changed something in them or around them. We don’t necessarily need tidy resolutions or dramatic arcs. We’re looking for honesty, heart, and that one moment you still carry with you.
We’re especially drawn to stories that are honest, vulnerable, and grounded in lived experience — whether they’re heavy, humorous, quiet, or cathartic. Some storytellers may speak about surviving crisis. Others may share stories of growth, identity, loss, love, or rediscovery.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking true, personal stories of transformation. That could mean:
A moment that shifted your perspective
A decision that reshaped your life
A breaking point, a turning point, or a moment of clarity
Something that changed you slowly over time — even if you didn’t see it happening right away
And then tell us how it changed everything.
Format & Time
Stories will be told live on stage.
You’ll have 7 minutes to tell your story.
Think of it as telling something important to a room full of people who are ready to listen.
For Spoken Word Artists
This Changed Everything will feature three short spoken word pieces from one artist — opening the evening, anchoring the middle, and closing us out. These pieces will serve as transitions, guiding the audience through the night.
Each piece should be no more than 3 minutes and doesn’t need to follow a script. Just know that your voice will set the tone, hold space between stories, and offer a lasting impression.
Here’s how we imagine the flow:
Opening – The first voice of the night. Something that invites the audience in and helps them get ready to listen.
Middle – A pause. A breather. Something reflective or grounding as the event moves from one half to the next.
Closing – A final note to carry people out. Not a summary—just a parting thought, a gesture of meaning or gratitude.
Thank you again. Please fill out the form on this page, and we will be in touch with you very soon.
Please fill out this interest form and someone from Crisis Services of North Alabama will contact you.